Senior Living Community for the Eastern Star in California Resident

Newsletter

Issue : August 2013

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Welcome Our Newest Resi-We are glad to welcome Sister Norma Webber to the Senior Living Community.

Norma was born on May 8th in Everett, Washington. Many of her favorite childhood memories are

in that little town. At the age of 10, Norma and her family moved to California for a change in the

scenery as well as a warmer climate. Due to her mother’s illness, Norma, took care of her siblings,

two brothers and a sister, while her father worked to bring food into the home.

Soon after, she met the love of her life and got married on November 3, 1939. They were married

for sixty-nine beautiful years. Together, she and her husband were

blessed with three beautiful daughters. She is also proud of her many

grandchildren, great-grandchild, and her eight great-great grandchil-

dren.

Shortly after she married, the couple moved to New York. This move

was something new for her but the challenging lifestyle was something

she was prepared to handle. Getting around the streets of New York

can be a tiring hassle but that did not stop her from touring the city.

When she needed something from the store, Norma did not want to

have her husband get it for her, especially after a very long tiring day

at work. Instead, she walked down the streets, took the subways, or

jumped in a taxi to get to where she needed to be.

Norma has always enjoyed the thrill of trying new things, however

her ultimate passion will always be traveling. With her husband’s busy career as an aircraft

engineer, she had the opportunity to see many countries around the world. One of Norma’s favorite

memories was when her husband arrived home from working in Florida, he surprised her with a

trip to the Bahamas, which was one of her favorite vacations.

Along with her memorable stories, Norma expressed how glad she is to be part of the Senior

Living Community. Norma joined Eastern Star soon after her husband became a Mason, she be-

longs to the Tahquitz Victoria Chapter. Norma was initiated into Eastern Star on January 10, 1956.

She is very proud of her 50 year pin and looks back at the great memories with her Eastern Star

sisters. She is looking forward to this next chapter in her Eastern Star book with the SLC.

Eastern Star Highlight– Our Boosters

On Saturday, July 12th the Booster Club came to visit the Residents of the Senior Living Community for a

fun and exciting afternoon. Twenty-eight residents attended to be entertained by the “Cup of Water”

who performed many patriotic songs. Afterwards the residents were happy to see one of their favorite

treats “Krispy Kreme Donuts” that were shared by our wonderful Boosters Club.

The Boosters Club is a 501c non-profit organization, who’s entire

mission is to bring enjoyment to the lives of our Residents..Each year

at Grand Chapter the Boosters Club hold their annual meeting to dis-

cuss the needs of the residents at the Senior Living Community.

Boosters are making a difference in the lives of the residents. Below

is a little history on how and when this wonderful club was formed.

Brother Bart Bodnar, President of the Boosters, was at a luncheon at

the original Eastern Star Home in Brentwood, Ca with the Worthy

Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron back in 1984. The subject came about that the Eastern Star

Membership of California wanted to do more for the residents of the Eastern Star Home. With that single

conversation in 1984, the dream became a reality, and in 1985 the Home Board of Trustee’s gave the

Boosters a sanction to begin their good work for the Residents of the home. The Boosters Club have a

monthly visit planned, showcasing fun entertainment, playing

cards & board games, and any other special request our delightful

residents can think of.

The Booster clubs desire is to “reach out to every resident at the

Eastern Star home and make sure they feel included in the Eastern

Star Chapters all over the state of California, and to remind them

they are appreciated for being so dedicated to the Eastern Star fam-

ily “says Brother Bart Bodnar.

The Booster have donated countless items to the Residents Country Store. Both with individual items and

gift cards to purchase. The Boosters support for the Residents is a year around promise, everything from

special requests, to Country Store & Postage Stamps to Christmas presents, all given with love from the

heart, with each Resident in mind! For more information on how you too can make a difference in the lives

of our Residents, see Erin Wilson and she will give you all the details….

The Senior Living Community Residents & Staff would like to thank The Boosters Club

Members for all their love, hard work and dedication to our Residents. consider yourself

“Hugged”

And a special thank you to:

Bart Bodnar- President

Kitty Coutts- Vice President

Orine Carroll- Vice President

Diana Heist– Vice President

Dee Price– Treasurer

Catheline Stein- Secretary

It’s Never Too Late to Learn It is never too late to learn a new task, hobby, or an activity. At the Senior Living Community,

residents have the opportunity to learn an array of new tasks. Whether you need help with your

computer login instructions, or lessons with Microsoft Office, the activity department is here to

help!

One of our long time residents, Ginelle Winchester, is taking up the skill of using the type writ-

er. At the amazing age of 104 years old, she wants to

continue to keep going strong!

Many years ago, Ginelle began writing to her friends,

she has made many pen pals over the years and with the

letters she receives, she always says a little prayer for

the person, wishing them safety and love. Even though

Ginelle enjoys handwriting, she is eager to excel at

typewriting.

No matter how old the age, it is never too late to try

something new. Whatever the task may be, the activity

department is here to help you!

Resident Spotlight

On Saturday, August 10th, the Worthy Grand Matron and Worthy Grand Patron will be at the

Senior Living Community for a ceremony celebrating Sister Elizabeth Archibald in receiving

her 50 year pin.

Elizabeth was first initiated in Eastern Star, November 1963. Her husband being a Mason,

urged her to join Eastern Star but it was not until Elizabeth’s coworker, Bea Hohn, brought her

a petition that Elizabeth decided to join. She became a member

at the Ungava Chapter #106.

Elizabeth began her involvement in Ungava Chapter as a

Hostess, she would serve refreshments after the meetings and

socialize with the other members. Elizabeth was also involved

in the Star Point and served as Adah, Ruth, Esther, and Martha.

She went in the North and became an Associate Conductress

and a Conductress. She continued on the Star Point and moved

to the West. In 1977, Elizabeth went to the East, where she

became the Worthy Matron of Ungava Chapter.

Her work in the Ungava Chapter was very enjoyable and

rewarding, Elizabeth has made many long-term and loyal

friends throughout her many years in the Eastern Star. She

enjoyed serving and being involved in all aspects of Eastern Star. It seems the tradition has been

continued as Elizabeth’s family is also involved in the Eastern Star. Her two daughters and

granddaughter all followed Elizabeth’s footsteps and went through The Line. Her grandson was

also involved in the DeMolay. Elizabeth became a resident at the Senior Living Community on

July 18th, 2011 and enjoys having so many sisters under one roof to socialize with throughout

the day.

Monthly Movie Nights This month come and join us for a movie nights in the Meeting Room. Below is a list of the

dates movies will be shown, the title of the movie, the genre and the starring actors of the

film. Come one, come all and join us for spectacular movie nights and refreshments.

August 1st at 1:30 p.m..

Resident Council Monthly Meeting

with Special Guest

August 5th at 10:30 am

Luncheon at JP 23 Smokehouse

August 6th & 27th at 3:00 pm

Grand Chapter Info Meetings

August 14th at 10:30 am

Luncheon at Medieval Times

August 15th at 2:30 pm

SLC Annual Hawaiian Luau

August 17th at 2:00 pm

Booster’s Visit with Zingo

August 29th at 3:00 pm

SLC Resident Kitchen Band Performs

Save the Date

Date Name of Movie Genre Starring

August 2, 2013 Side Effects Drama Jude Law, Channing Tatum &

Catherine Zeta Jones

August 9, 2013 Gone With the Wind Romance Vivien Leigh, Clark Gable &

Olivia de Havilland

August 16, 2013 The Big Trees Drama Kirk Douglas & Eve Miller

August 23, 2013 The Grey Action Liam Neelson &

Dermot Mulroney

August 28, 2013 The Big Wedding Comedy/

Romance

Robert DeNior, Diane Keaton &

Katehrine Heigl

August 30, 2013 Ratatouille Drama Brad Bird & Patton Oswalt

Once a month, residents have a special day to clean out their

closets and share with other sisters and brothers at the Senior

Living Community.

From 1:00-1:30p.m, giveaway day prep takes place in the

SLC game room. Residents can bring their items to the

activities assistants which will hang, fold, and organize the

giveaway items.

From 1:30- 4:00p.m, residents are welcome to come inside

the game room and look for those special items they have

been looking for. At 4 p.m the doors are closed and the

giveaway items are put in bags and taken to Erin’s office.

Within that week, Erin takes the donated items to H.I.S

House, a non-profit organization for who helps families in

crisis.

H.I.S House cares for displaced families who are homeless or

in need. They have a thrift store where families can pick out

what they need. Just another way you our Residents are

making a difference of those in need :-)

Giveaway Day